1977 Fiat 133 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1977 Fiat 133 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 590 kg more than 1977 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 133 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
