1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 34 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 820 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 2400 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
