1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Festiva weights approximately 222 kg more than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva, 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, 1989 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2300 mm |
