1964 Abarth 750 vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 1998 Volvo S90 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1964 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 750 | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | S90 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
