1963 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1963 Citroen 2CV
To start off, both 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 and 1963 Citroen 2CV were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 981 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
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, 1963 Citroen 2CV, 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 Mono 1000 (90 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 1963 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1963 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | Mono 1000 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 981 cc | 423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 24 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 19 L |