1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morris Cowley (53 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Cowley should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Cowley weights approximately 535 kg more than 1969 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, 1957 Morris Cowley (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (31 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Cowley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Autobianchi | Morris |
Model | Bianchina | Cowley |
Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 31 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 52 L |