1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 850 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 1959 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40, 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 V40 (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | 850 | V40 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |