1972 Abarth 124 vs. 1955 Citroen 15
To start off, 1972 Abarth 124 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1972 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Abarth 124 | 1955 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 124 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1325 kg |
