1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 195 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
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 Nissan Versa, 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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 2400 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
