1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 26 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130. 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 130 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3237 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
