1996 Venturi Atlantique vs. 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1996 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 32 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Venturi Atlantique | 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Venturi | Volvo |
Model | Atlantique | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 420 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |