1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2005 Citroen C
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 180 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Because 1961 Abarth 1600 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 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C, 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 1600 (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2005 Citroen C | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1600 | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
