1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 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 79 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 2400 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
