1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1997 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 846 cc (3 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Move is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Move (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 247 kg more than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Move, 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, 1997 Daihatsu Move (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1997 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bianchina | Move |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2350 mm |
