1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 696 cc (2 cylinders), 1961 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Toyota Publica (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Toyota Publica weights approximately 12 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Toyota Publica (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
| Model | Bianchina | Publica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2140 mm |
