1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1977 Volvo 343
To start off, 1977 Volvo 343 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1977 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1977 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | 343 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
