1957 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S40 weights approximately 929 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 600 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 1957 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40, 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, 2010 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600. 2010 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
