1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus is newer by 39 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 12 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 140 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, 2000 Kia Clarus, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | 2400 | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
