1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1953 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1953 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Abarth 1300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1953 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 19 L |
