1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 1996 Volvo 440 is newer by 38 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 440 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 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 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 440, 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 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
