1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 16 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 257 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.
Because 1974 Volvo 343 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Volvo 343. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Tempra | 343 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
