1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1963 Morris Minor
To start off, 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morris Minor weights approximately 325 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, 1963 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1963 Morris Minor | |
Make | Autobianchi | Morris |
Model | Bianchina | Minor |
Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |