1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 18 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 14 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 44 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2400 | GTV |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
