1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 54 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1348 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 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | 850 | XC60 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
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 | 570 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2774 mm |