1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,321 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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 | 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2400 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 71 L |
