1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V 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 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 944 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 Mercedes-Benz V, 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2400 | V |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
