1976 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 939 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina.
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, 1968 Ford Escort (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | Bianchina | Escort |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 41 L |
