1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 26 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 2,321 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 80 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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 2400 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 2303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
