1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 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) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 155 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, 2011 Citroen C3, 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 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 2400 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
