1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 314 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700.
Because 1962 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 1962 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX, 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 BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | BX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| 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 | 576 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
