1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1961 Ferrari 156
To start off, both 1961 Abarth 2400 and 1961 Ferrari 156 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,321 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 156 (187 HP @ 9500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 156 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 156.
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 | 1961 Ferrari 156 | |
Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
Model | 2400 | 156 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2321 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |