1962 Abarth 750 vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 870 kg more than 1962 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 1974 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | CX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |
