1979 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1983 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Mirafiori | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2030 mm |
