2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | Grande Punto | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
