1971 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 852 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | Granada |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |
