1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 388 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. 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, 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 600 | 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 600 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |