2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1963 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 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Barchetta | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
