1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1181 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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1962 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1962 Abarth 2400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 2400 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3429 mm |
