1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 585 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, 1978 Ford Capri (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (31 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1978 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | Capri |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 31 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2570 mm |
