1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1600 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | 1600 | 760 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 82 L |