1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 521 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1600 | CX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2850 mm |
