1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Picasso (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 650 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso, 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, 2008 Citroen Picasso (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2008 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
