1979 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 19 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1030 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (73 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1979 Autobianchi A 112 has manual transmission. 1979 Autobianchi A 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Autobianchi A 112 | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
| Model | A 112 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 928 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2910 mm |
