1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1980 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 498 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Daihatsu Taft (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1980 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bianchina | Taft |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 522 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
