1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP) has 276 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1473 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 500 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2774 mm |
