1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corona is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 160 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 2400 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2252 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
