1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1999 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma is newer by 38 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sonoma (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 444 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.
Because 1999 GMC Sonoma 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, 1999 GMC Sonoma 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, 1999 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1999 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 2400 | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3130 mm |
