1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1969 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1969 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 326 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1969 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 2400 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
