1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 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 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 2 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. 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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Abarth | Toyota |
Model | 2400 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |