1973 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 860 kg more than 1973 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 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1973 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1973 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:
1973 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
Model | Bianchina | Cresta |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |