1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Volvo 240 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 240 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
