1955 Lancia D 50 vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia D 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia D 50 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Lancia D 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia D 50 (247 HP @ 8100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia D 50 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 575 kg more than 1955 Lancia D 50.
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:
| 1955 Lancia D 50 | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | D 50 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1215 kg |
