1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 110 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Because 1978 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 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica, 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica 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. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mirafiori | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 76 L |
