1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1119 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80, 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 1998 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth Bialbero has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth Bialbero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | Bialbero | S80 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 694 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
