1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 52 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 672 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 2400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 2400 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2776 mm |
