1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1966 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morris Mini Moke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morris Mini Moke (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morris Mini Moke should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris Mini Moke weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1966 Morris Mini Moke (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Morris Mini Moke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1966 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Morris |
| Model | Bianchina | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
