1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1990 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 23 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 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1990 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 954 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |
