1972 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Morris Minor weights approximately 265 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, 1969 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1969 Morris Minor | |
Make | Autobianchi | Morris |
Model | Bianchina | Minor |
Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 52 L |