1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 886 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (250 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | 780 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
