1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1989 Volvo 244
To start off, 1989 Volvo 244 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 244 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 244 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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, 1989 Volvo 244 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Coupe | 1989 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | Coupe | 244 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 784 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |