1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1972 Rover P5B is newer by 11 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 534 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400. 1972 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 2400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 2400 | P5B |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
