1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 814 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 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 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1000 | CX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3100 mm |
