1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1985 Citroen C
To start off, 1985 Citroen C is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 953 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen C weights approximately 275 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700.
Because 1964 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 1964 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen C, 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, 1985 Citroen C (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1985 Citroen C | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | C |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
