1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1978 Citroen CX
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 11 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 740 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 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 | 1978 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | CX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2499 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1370 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 | 80 L |
