1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 603 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Because 1962 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 1962 Abarth 2400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5, 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 2400 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |
