1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 355 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 132 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
