1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 22 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 410 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, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 2400 | 1984 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 2400 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |