1965 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 532 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 1965 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 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206, 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, 1997 Peugeot 206 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Peugeot |
| Model | Bianchina | 206 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
