1971 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1976 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 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, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Autobianchi | Daihatsu |
Model | Bianchina | Charmant |
Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 43 L |