1971 Fiat 125 vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 545 kg more than 1971 Fiat 125. 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 125 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
