1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1974 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 404 is newer by 13 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 80 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 9 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1974 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 2400 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1616 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
