1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1998 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1998 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bianchina | Charade |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |
