1963 Abarth 1300 vs. 1963 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1963 Abarth 1300 and 1963 Citroen DS were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Citroen DS weights approximately 650 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1300.
Because 1963 Abarth 1300 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 1963 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Citroen DS, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1300 | 1963 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | DS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 43 L |
