1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 35 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 39 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 2400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth 2400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 2400 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
