1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 36 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 450 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Abarth 2400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 2400 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Abarth | Porsche |
Model | 2400 | 993 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |