1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 588 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 2400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2400 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
