1971 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1971 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 53 L |
