1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1968 Mini Clubman
To start off, both 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina and 1968 Mini Clubman were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mini Clubman (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mini Clubman weights approximately 161 kg more than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Mini Clubman, 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, 1968 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1968 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mini |
| Model | Bianchina | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
