1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1963 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. 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 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
