1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2610 mm |
