1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1973 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1973 Morris Traveller is newer by 8 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), 1973 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Morris Traveller (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Morris Traveller weights approximately 355 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Morris Traveller, 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, 1973 Morris Traveller (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1973 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Morris |
| Model | Bianchina | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |
