1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 256 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 130 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
