1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1985 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Mirada 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 39 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 855 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Dodge Mirada 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 1979 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno, 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Mirada | 1985 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Mirada | Uno |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 63.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |