1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 25 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 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1970 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 1300 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2670 mm |
