1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1963 Volvo 120
To start off, 1963 Volvo 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo 120 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1963 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
