1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1969 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, 1957 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (31 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Autobianchi | Peugeot |
Model | Bianchina | 203 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 31 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |