1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1980 Citroen CX
To start off, 1980 Citroen CX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen CX weights approximately 690 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX, 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, 1980 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 750 | 1980 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | CX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
