1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 850 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 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 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, 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, 1985 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | CX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
