1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1945 Citroen 7A
To start off, 1960 Abarth 700 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 1,529 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 7A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 7A. (35 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 7A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 7A weights approximately 330 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, 1945 Citroen 7A, 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 | 1945 Citroen 7A | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 700 | 7A |
Year Released | 1960 | 1945 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1529 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |