1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300
To start off, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is newer by 27 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 weights approximately 916 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, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 has automatic transmission and 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
| Model | Bianchina | Progress NC 300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 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 | 564 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
