1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 839 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1984 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 850 | CX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
