1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1974 Volvo 244 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Coupe | 244 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2125 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |