1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1950 Citroen 15
To start off, 1965 Abarth 1300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 696 kg more than 1965 Abarth 1300.
Because 1965 Abarth 1300 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 1965 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 1300 | 1950 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3100 mm |
