1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1982 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1982 Ford Falcon 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 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 280 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, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1982 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 2400 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
