1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 428 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.
Because 1961 Abarth 2400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth 2400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 2400 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
