1976 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 625 kg more than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bianchina | Taft |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
