1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1996 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 340 kg more than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1996 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Autobianchi | Daihatsu |
Model | Bianchina | Charade |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |