1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1955 Fiat V8
To start off, 1979 Dodge Mirada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1955 Fiat V8. (125 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 560 kg more than 1955 Fiat V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 1955 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Mirada | V8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
