1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Volvo 343 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 343 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 343 (117 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 343 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400.
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, 1981 Volvo 343 (160 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1981 Volvo 343 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 1400 | 343 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
