1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1942 Citroen 15
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 19 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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Because 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero 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 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1942 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | 15 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 187 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3100 mm |