1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2005 Citroen Saxo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Saxo (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 600 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 1956 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Saxo, 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, 2005 Citroen Saxo (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2005 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 600 | Saxo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
