1965 Steyr 650T vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T 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 47 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 715 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Steyr 650T | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Steyr | Volvo |
| Model | 650T | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
