1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 1980 Reliant GTC is newer by 19 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Reliant GTC. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant GTC weights approximately 234 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, 1980 Reliant GTC (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
| Make | Abarth | Reliant |
| Model | 2400 | GTC |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 91 L |
