1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 32 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 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 2400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 2400 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
