1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2004 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 44 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 425 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, 2004 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, 2004 Citroen C 15 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
