1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 875 kg more than 1969 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (31 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
| Model | Bianchina | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 31 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
