1953 Talbot Baby vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Talbot Baby. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Talbot Baby would be higher. At 2,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Talbot Baby is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Talbot Baby (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Talbot Baby should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Talbot Baby weights approximately 441 kg more than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1953 Talbot Baby | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Talbot | Volvo |
| Model | Baby | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2690 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
