1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Triumph Mayflower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Triumph Mayflower (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Triumph Mayflower should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Triumph Mayflower weights approximately 365 kg more than 1966 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, 1950 Triumph Mayflower (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1950 Triumph Mayflower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Triumph |
| Model | Bianchina | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
