1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1943 Citroen 15
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1943 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm). This means 1943 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1943 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2866 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1325 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 |
