1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1961 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, 1960 Peugeot 203 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Peugeot |
Model | Bianchina | 203 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |