1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 196 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino. 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Dino | Firebird |
Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 76 L |