2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 39 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, 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
