1976 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 875 kg more than 1976 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
Model | Bianchina | Ranger |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |