1972 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Morris Oxford (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 525 kg more than 1972 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, 1955 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Autobianchi | Morris |
Model | Bianchina | Oxford |
Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2470 mm |