1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1971 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 675 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. 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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 124 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
