1971 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (137 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 840 kg more than 1971 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mercury |
| Model | Bianchina | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2830 mm |
