1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 42 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Abarth | Xedos |
| Model | 2400 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
