1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1946 Citroen 7A
To start off, 1959 Abarth Bialbero is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Citroen 7A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 7A. (35 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 7A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 7A weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 Citroen 7A, 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 Bialbero | 1946 Citroen 7A | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | Bialbero | 7A |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 694 cc | 1628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |
