1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 70 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |