1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 35 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 40 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2400 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
