1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 946 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Morris Minor (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Minor weights approximately 270 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, 1961 Morris Minor (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 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 | 1961 Morris Minor | |
Make | Autobianchi | Morris |
Model | Bianchina | Minor |
Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |