1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 31 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 810 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.
Because 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mercury |
| Model | Bianchina | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
