1959 Abarth Renault vs. 1961 Abarth 2400
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1959 Abarth Renault. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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:
| 1959 Abarth Renault | 1961 Abarth 2400 | |
| Make | Abarth | Abarth |
| Model | Renault | 2400 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 891 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 59 L |
