1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1998 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 698 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 1998 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | 1100 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1088 cc | 3352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |