1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 21 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 51 more horse power than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (91 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 159 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Because 1961 Abarth 2400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth 2400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Ambassador. (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 2400 | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
