2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 41 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1967 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 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fiesta | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
