1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Cuneo | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
