1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 49 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 2400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400. 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 2400 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |
