1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 29 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (235 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 625 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, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (447 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am 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. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 2400 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
