1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1974 Volvo 343 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 327 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Berline | 343 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |