1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1982 Toyota Century
To start off, 1982 Toyota Century is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Century weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1965 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 Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1982 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1982 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
| Model | Bianchina | Century |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2870 mm |
