1985 Lancia Prisma vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 22 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, 1985 Lancia Prisma (76 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma 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 265 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Prisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Prisma | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Prisma | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
