1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1987 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1987 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Morgan Plus 4 (120 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1959 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:
| 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1987 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Morgan |
| Model | Bianchina | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
