1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 2400 | 944 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2321 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |