1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 21 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 187 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, 1995 Fiat Brava, 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Brava | 343 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
