1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (125 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 115 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (149 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | Giulietta | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1355 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
