1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1999 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 39 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
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, 1999 Citroen C 15, 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, 1999 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1999 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 54 L |
