1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 41 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 485 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Abarth | Dodge |
| Model | 2400 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
