1998 Fiat Bravo vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett

To start off, 1998 Fiat Bravo is newer by 31 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 1,908 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Bravo (152 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo 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 25 kg more than 1998 Fiat Bravo.

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, 1998 Fiat Bravo, 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, 1998 Fiat Bravo (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Fiat Bravo 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
Make Fiat Volvo
Model Bravo P 210 Duett
Year Released 1998 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1908 cc 1777 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 152 HP 67 HP
Torque 186 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 84.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.7 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 8.7:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2610 mm


 

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