1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 2010 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2010 Fiat Sedici is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 300 kg more than 2010 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Dodge Mirada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici 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, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 2010 Fiat Sedici | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Mirada | Sedici |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |