1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 43 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 535 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Abarth | Xedos |
| Model | 2400 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
