1972 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1987 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1987 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat X1-9 (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
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, 1987 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat X1-9 | 1987 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | X1-9 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2400 mm |
