1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 1965 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 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Palio | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
