1993 Fiat Uno vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1993 Fiat Uno is newer by 25 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 8 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 455 kg more than 1993 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Fiat Uno, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Uno | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Uno | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
