1971 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1995 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 24 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1971 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 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1995 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bianchina | Applause |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 43 L |
