1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (118 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Because 1967 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 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1996 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Saxo | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
