1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic 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 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 284 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
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 Toyota Picnic, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 2400 | Picnic |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |