1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 21 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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 800 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Volvo 240 (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | 700 | 240 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |