1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 46 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 1121 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2013 Volvo C70 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. 2013 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 1300 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2640 mm |
