1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1953 Ford Consul
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ford Consul (40 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Consul weights approximately 490 kg more than 1969 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, 1953 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1953 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | Consul |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2550 mm |
