1956 Holden FE vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 238 kg more than 1956 Holden FE. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Holden FE (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1956 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | FE | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
