1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (143 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 570 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 1000 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2380 mm |
