1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1944 Citroen 7
To start off, 1959 Abarth 750 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 7 would be higher. At 1,529 cc (4 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 7. (35 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 7 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750.
Because 1959 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 7, 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 750 | 1944 Citroen 7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1529 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |
