1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Volvo 240 is newer by 24 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 240 weights approximately 546 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 1987 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | 1600 | 240 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |