1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Fiat Argenta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Argenta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Argenta (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Argenta should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Fiat Argenta (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Argenta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Argenta | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Argenta | 343 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
