2005 Daewoo Espero vs. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Espero is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Espero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Espero. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Espero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Espero weights approximately 58 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Because 1978 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Espero, 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Espero. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Espero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Espero | 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Espero | Mirafiori |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
