1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 47 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 2,321 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400.
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, 2008 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 2400 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
