1952 Fiat 8V vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V.
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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 8V | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 49 L |
