1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1957 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1957 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1957 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| 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 | 2410 mm |
