1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1972 Fiat 125 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 255 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125.
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, 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 125 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
