1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 430 kg more than 1962 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
Model | Bianchina | Corolla |
Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |