1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1980 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 537 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1980 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Caimano | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
