1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 440 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 1300 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2510 mm |
