1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 52 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 294 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 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 2400 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2475 mm |
