2006 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 43 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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 140 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
