1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 12 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 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 2400 | Spider |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 121 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |