1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 29 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 34 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 37 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Mirafiori | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |