1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1993 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1993 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm). This means 1993 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1993 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bianchina | Applause |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2480 mm |
