1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 53 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1192 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | 700 | S60 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2776 mm |