1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 273 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 2400 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
