1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1958 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Citroen 2CV (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 150 kg more than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1958 Citroen 2CV (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Citroen 2CV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1958 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Citroen |
| Model | Bianchina | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 19 L |
