1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1966 Ferrari 206
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 206 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,321 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 206 (217 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 206 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 206.
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 | 1966 Ferrari 206 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | 2400 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
