1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1949 Austin A 70
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 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 79 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
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 | 1949 Austin A 70 | |
Make | Abarth | Austin |
Model | 2400 | A 70 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |