1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 660 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX, 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 750 | CX |
Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |