1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 842 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 DAF 44 (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 DAF 44 should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 DAF 44 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | DAF |
| Model | Bianchina | 44 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2260 mm |
