1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 50 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, 2012 BMW X1 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 495 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 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Abarth 2400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 2400 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 2400 | X1 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |