1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 1996 Volvo V70 is newer by 40 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 (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V70 (193 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V70 weights approximately 819 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.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Volvo V70 (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
