1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1945 Citroen 7A
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1600 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 1,627 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 7A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 7A. (35 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 7A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 7A weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600.
Because 1959 Abarth 1600 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 1959 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 7A, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1600 | 1945 Citroen 7A | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 1600 | 7A |
Year Released | 1959 | 1945 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2920 mm |