1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2003 Citroen C2
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 36 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 65 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2003 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | C2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1124 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 41 L |
