1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 TC Corsa | X670 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2815 mm |
