1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1950 Citroen 11
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 11 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa 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 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 11, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1950 Citroen 11 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | 11 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3280 mm |
