1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2004 BMW 118
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 118 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 118 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1961 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, 2004 BMW 118 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2004 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 118 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
