1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 684 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 Rover 75 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400. 2004 Rover 75 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. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Abarth | Rover |
| Model | 2400 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
