1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1989 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1989 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 28 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 558 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, 1989 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1989 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 2400 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
