1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
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, 2012 Citroen C3, 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 47 L |
