1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Because 1968 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 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10, 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, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Y10 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
