1971 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1971 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 Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
| Model | Bianchina | Century |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
