1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1993 Volvo 960
To start off, 1993 Volvo 960 is newer by 15 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, 1993 Volvo 960 (187 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 960 weights approximately 460 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 1993 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Mirafiori | 960 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
