1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1980 Volvo 245 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400.
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, 1962 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 2400 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
