2006 Renault Clio vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio 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 185 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio, 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, 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
