1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 219 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124.
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, 1972 Fiat 124 (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 124 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 153 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |