1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 820 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Citroen CX, 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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 700 | CX |
Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3100 mm |