1991 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 23 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 230 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 33, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 33 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
