1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 18 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Coupe | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
