1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 1970 Volvo 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 Volvo 120. 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 120. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | 2200 | 120 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |