1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1963 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | 1000 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |