1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 730 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.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 2400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Abarth | Plymouth |
| Model | 2400 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
