1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1993 Seat Toledo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Seat Toledo (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Toledo weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Seat Toledo, 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, 1993 Seat Toledo (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Autobianchi | Seat |
Model | Bianchina | Toledo |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |