1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1983 Toyota Crown is newer by 22 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 444 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400. 1983 Toyota Crown 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. 1983 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 2400 | Crown |
Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |