1964 Abarth 2000 vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 2000 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth 2000 (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth 2000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 2038 kg more than 1964 Abarth 2000.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Abarth 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 2000 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 2000 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2800 mm |
