1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 600 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 1960 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440, 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
