1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1966 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 532 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 700 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
