1964 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 24 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 213 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV 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, 1959 Citroen 2CV (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Citroen 2CV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Citroen |
| Model | Bianchina | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 522 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 19 L |
