1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
