1976 Fiat 133 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO

To start off, 1976 Fiat 133 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1976 Fiat 133. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Fiat 133 1970 Pontiac GTO
Make Fiat Pontiac
Model 133 GTO
Year Released 1976 1970
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 843 cc 6548 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 34 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 603 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 104.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68 mm 95.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.9:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 3460 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2850 mm


 

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