1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1965 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1965 Morris Traveller is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morris Traveller (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Traveller weights approximately 360 kg more than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Morris Traveller (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1965 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Morris |
| Model | Bianchina | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |
