1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1960 Chevrolet Corvair
To start off, 1961 Abarth 2400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,368 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 114 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 | 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2400 | Corvair |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
