1966 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1969 Toyota Publica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 790 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Publica (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Publica weights approximately 178 kg more than 1966 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, 1969 Toyota Publica (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
Model | Bianchina | Publica |
Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |