1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1949 Citroen 15
To start off, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 766 kg more than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 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 Mono 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1949 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | Mono 1000 | 15 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 981 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3100 mm |