1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1972 DAF 66
To start off, 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 66 would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 DAF 66 (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 DAF 66 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1974 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, 1972 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1972 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | DAF |
| Model | Bianchina | 66 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 42 L |
