1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 865 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, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
