2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
Because 1968 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 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat 500 | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | 500 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |