1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1963 MG 1100
To start off, both 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina and 1963 MG 1100 were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 MG 1100 (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 MG 1100 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 MG 1100, 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, 1963 MG 1100 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1963 MG 1100 | |
Make | Autobianchi | MG |
Model | Bianchina | 1100 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2380 mm |