1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1983 Dodge Mirada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130.
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, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Mirada | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Mirada | 130 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |