1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 41 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 96 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. 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) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 2400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Abarth | Honda |
| Model | 2400 | Vamos |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
