1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 1997 Venturi 400 is newer by 36 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi 400 weights approximately 96 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Abarth | Venturi |
Model | 2400 | 400 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |