1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 918 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Morris Minor (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Morris Minor weights approximately 230 kg more than 1967 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, 1948 Morris Minor (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1948 Morris Minor | |
Make | Autobianchi | Morris |
Model | Bianchina | Minor |
Year Released | 1967 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2190 mm |