1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1953 Peugeot 203 (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Peugeot |
Model | Bianchina | 203 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 519 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |