1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 32 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 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 298 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Coupe | Firebird |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |