1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2004 Lada 2123
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 is newer by 26 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 38 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada 2123 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 2004 Lada 2123 | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Mirafiori | 2123 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |