1963 Abarth 700 vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8, 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, 2005 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | C8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
