1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 939 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 1300 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2401 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
