1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1973 Fiat 124
To start off, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 1973 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Mirafiori | 124 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 167 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |