1966 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1991 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 520 kg more than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Cabriolet | 1991 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Cabriolet | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |
