1973 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 826 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2009 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | BMW |
| Model | Bianchina | 118 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 51 L |
