1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1956 Citroen ID 19
To start off, 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen ID 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen ID 19 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen ID 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen ID 19 (66 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen ID 19 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen ID 19 weights approximately 674 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.
Because 1969 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 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen ID 19, 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, 1956 Citroen ID 19 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen ID 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1956 Citroen ID 19 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Citroen |
| Model | Bianchina | ID 19 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 64 L |
