1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 54 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1043 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | Bialbero | S60 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2776 mm |