1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 1971 Volvo 140 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volvo 140 weights approximately 516 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 1600 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2610 mm |
