1979 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1981 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 141 kg more than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (73 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Autobianchi A 112 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
| Model | A 112 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 928 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
