1958 Fiat 500 vs. 1993 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1993 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Pontiac Firebird (160 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 940 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 1993 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 500 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 160 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |
