1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 565 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, 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mini |
| Model | Bianchina | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
