1963 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1979 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1979 Citroen Mehari is newer by 16 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 601 cc (2 cylinders), 1979 Citroen Mehari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen Mehari (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen Mehari should accelerate faster than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Citroen Mehari.
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, 1979 Citroen Mehari, 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, 1979 Citroen Mehari (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen Mehari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1979 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Autobianchi | Citroen |
Model | Bianchina | Mehari |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2410 mm |