1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 335 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
Model | Bianchina | Corolla |
Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |