1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1971 Morris Marina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 362 kg more than 1965 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, 1971 Morris Marina (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Morris |
| Model | Bianchina | Marina |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 52 L |
