1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1987 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1987 Citroen C 15 is newer by 25 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 269 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, 1987 Citroen C 15, 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, 1987 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 1987 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 700 | C 15 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |