1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 40 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 55 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 169 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 2400 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
