1970 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 680 kg more than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Autobianchi A 112. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Autobianchi A 112 | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
Model | A 112 | Picnic |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 901 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 655 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |