1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 27 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 41 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (74 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 181 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, 2005 Peugeot 1007, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 2005 Peugeot 1007 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Mirafiori | 1007 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |