1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2000 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 38 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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34.
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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 2000 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ginetta |
| Model | 2400 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1050 mm |
