1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
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, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm). This means 1987 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1500 | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | 1500 | Fiero |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |