1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 34 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) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 185 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, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
Make | Fiat | Daewoo |
Model | Mirafiori | Lacetti |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 187 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 | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |