1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1968 Toyota Crown is newer by 7 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 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 319 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Toyota Crown (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 2400 | Crown |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |