1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1974 Volvo 140 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 140 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750.
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, 1974 Volvo 140 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
