1971 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2010 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 39 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 465 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, 2010 Daihatsu Materia, 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, 2010 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2010 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bianchina | Materia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 40 L |
