1965 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 249 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Because 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Volvo | Smart |
| Model | P 210 Duett | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
