1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 51 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 2400 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 180 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |