1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1997 Volvo V90
To start off, 1997 Volvo V90 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo V90 (178 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V90 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1997 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1997 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | V90 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
