1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1974 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 204 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 204, 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, 1974 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1974 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Peugeot |
| Model | Bianchina | 204 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1840 mm | 2610 mm |
