1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1988 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400.
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, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (224 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1988 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 1400 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
