1979 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 28 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Fiat | Ascari |
Model | Mirafiori | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2636 mm |