1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 46 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 708 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, 2005 Toyota RunX, 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, 2005 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
| Model | Bianchina | RunX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
