2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 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 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 |
