1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1945 Citroen 15
To start off, 1956 Abarth 750 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15, 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, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1945 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3100 mm |
