1980 Dodge Mirada vs. 1996 Fiat Brava

To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Mirada (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 524 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1980 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 1980 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava, 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Dodge Mirada 1996 Fiat Brava
Make Dodge Fiat
Model Mirada Brava
Year Released 1980 1996
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5210 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 146 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.3 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 90.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1176 kg
Vehicle Length 5330 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2550 mm


 

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