1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1962 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 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 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 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 (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 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 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1962 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 19 L |
