1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1956 Citroen 11
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 11 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Because 1961 Abarth 2400 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 2400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 11, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1956 Citroen 11 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 2400 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3280 mm |
