1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1998 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1998 Toyota Supra is newer by 36 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Supra weights approximately 1095 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, 1998 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1998 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
Model | Bianchina | Supra |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 75 L |