1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 52 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1174 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 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600. 2012 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
