1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 892 kg more than 1959 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, 1998 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | 1000 | S90 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |