1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2002 Citroen C3
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3, 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 2002 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 600 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
