1976 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Because 1976 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 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo, 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Seat |
| Model | Bianchina | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 34 L |
