1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 20 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 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 580 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
Model | Bianchina | Celica |
Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2620 mm |