1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1948 Citroen 15
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Because 1969 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 1969 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15, 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, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 1948 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 1300 | 15 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 6.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3100 mm |