1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1951 MG YB
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 MG YB would be higher. At 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 MG YB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 MG YB (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 MG YB should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 MG YB weights approximately 475 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, 1951 MG YB (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 MG YB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1951 MG YB | |
| Make | Autobianchi | MG |
| Model | Bianchina | YB |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2520 mm |
