1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (74 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 306 kg more than 1974 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
Model | Bianchina | Corolla |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 30 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |