1962 Abarth 750 vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 680 kg more than 1962 Abarth 750. 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, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 750 | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Abarth | Volvo |
Model | 750 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 57 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |