1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 676 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | 1200 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |