1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 53 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. 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, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1400 | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 1400 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |