1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1990 Innocenti 990 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 505 kg more than 1990 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Innocenti 990, 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, 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Innocenti 990 | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
Model | 990 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 75 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2610 mm |