1967 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 795 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.
Because 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina. (34 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Autobianchi | Mini |
Model | Bianchina | Cooper |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 34 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |