1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 205 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, 1976 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 2200 | CX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
