1988 Lancia Prisma vs. 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1988 Lancia Prisma is newer by 24 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, 1988 Lancia Prisma (76 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Prisma 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 265 kg more than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Because 1964 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 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Prisma | 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Prisma | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1778 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 | 145 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 | 45 L |
