1952 Fiat 8V vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1974 Volvo 343 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 1,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 8V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 8V (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 8V should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 343 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V.
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, 1952 Fiat 8V (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 8V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 8V | 343 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
