1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1976 Datsun 280Z is newer by 14 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 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 254 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Abarth | Datsun |
| Model | 2400 | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2304 mm |
