1955 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1974 Volvo 343 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 343 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 343 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 347 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volvo 343. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm). This means 1955 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343. 1974 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat Campagnola | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Campagnola | 343 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
