1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2000 Citroen C1
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 40 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C1 weights approximately 195 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, 2000 Citroen C1, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2000 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1000 | C1 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
