1962 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,775 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (444 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Peugeot |
| Model | Bianchina | 205 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 110 L |
