1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 635 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | CX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1985 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
