1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 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 128 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 521 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 2400 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
