1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1961 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1961 Citroen 2CV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero weights approximately 75 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1961 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 19 L |
