1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 43 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 702 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 24 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.
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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 794 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2004 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Lotec |
| Model | 2400 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 844 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
