1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 17 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 130 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Mirafiori | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |