1975 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2005 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 30 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 769 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 65 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 866 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat Mirafiori | 2005 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | Lotec |
Model | Mirafiori | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1583 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |