1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 646 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 1600 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2780 mm |
