1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1989 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1989 Citroen C 15 is newer by 29 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 275 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, 1989 Citroen C 15, 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, 1989 Citroen C 15 (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 1989 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 700 | C 15 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 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 | 570 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |