1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (190 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700. 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, 1990 Volvo 940 (279 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 940 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | 700 | 940 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 69 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |