1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1972 Volvo 1800 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 1972 Volvo 1800 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 700 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
