1999 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 378 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1966 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 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, 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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
