1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1966 DAF 44
To start off, 1966 DAF 44 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 844 cc (2 cylinders), 1966 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 DAF 44 (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 DAF 44 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 DAF 44 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1966 DAF 44 (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1966 DAF 44 | |
Make | Autobianchi | DAF |
Model | Bianchina | 44 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 114 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2260 mm |