1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 361 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.
Because 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
| Model | Bianchina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
