1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1942 Citroen 15
To start off, 1960 Abarth 850 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 Citroen 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, 1942 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1942 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 850 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3100 mm |
