1975 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 314 kg more than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat Mirafiori | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Mirafiori | Solstice |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |