1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1941 Citroen 11
To start off, 1960 Abarth 700 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1941 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Citroen 11 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1941 Citroen 11, 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:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1941 Citroen 11 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3100 mm |
