1959 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1976 Citroen CX | |
Make | Autobianchi | Citroen |
Model | Bianchina | CX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2347 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3110 mm |