1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 287 kg more than 1960 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, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 1200 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
