1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 45 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 2400 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 95 L |
