1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1950 Citroen 15
To start off, 1959 Abarth 2200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 1959 Abarth 2200 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 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15, 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 2200 | 1950 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 2200 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |
