2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 40 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, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Spark | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
