1972 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1963 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Toyota Publica (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Publica weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 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, 1963 Toyota Publica (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
Model | Bianchina | Publica |
Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 75 L |