1975 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2004 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2004 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1975 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Firebird | 2004 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
| Model | Firebird | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5792 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
