1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1259 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 S80 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 S80 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 S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 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 S80 | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | 700 | S80 |
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 | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 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 | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2835 mm |