1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Volvo 260 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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, 1980 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | 2400 | 260 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2321 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |