1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1991 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 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 117 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 580 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 1991 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | 600 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |