1975 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1986 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1986 Ford Telstar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Telstar weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar, 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, 1986 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat Mirafiori | 1986 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Mirafiori | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
