1968 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1968 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 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Volvo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | P 210 Duett | 146 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
