1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1976 Volvo 343
To start off, 1976 Volvo 343 is newer by 11 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 78 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 1976 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Coupe | 343 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |