1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1998 Toyota Picnic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 818 kg more than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1998 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
Model | Bianchina | Picnic |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |