1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 650 kg more than 1978 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat Mirafiori has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | Mirafiori |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
