1967 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (68 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500.
Because 1967 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 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500, 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, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | P 210 Duett | 500 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
