1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV

To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 132 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, 1948 Citroen 2CV, 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero 1948 Citroen 2CV
Make Abarth Citroen
Model 1000 Bialbero 2CV
Year Released 1961 1948
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 988 cc 375 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 93 HP 9 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 23 Nm
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 62 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74 mm 62 mm
Top Speed 205 km/hour 63 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 550 kg 682 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 20 L


 

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