1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 1963 Abarth 1600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 120 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 1600 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2610 mm |
