1969 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 2 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (116 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 195 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider (170 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Spider | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 170 Nm | 144 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |