1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 290 kg more than 1956 Peugeot 203. 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, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 203 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
