1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 24 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 165 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 2400 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
