1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1991 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1252 kg more than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1991 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
