1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1970 Citroen GS
To start off, 1970 Citroen GS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen GS (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen GS weights approximately 295 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Citroen GS, 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, 1970 Citroen GS (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1970 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 600 | GS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |
