1966 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP) has 377 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 282 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Volvo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | P 210 Duett | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |