1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1995 Citroen C
To start off, 1995 Citroen C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 992 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen C weights approximately 165 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen C, 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 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1995 Citroen C | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1000 | C |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
