1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 838 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 133 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | 133 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2570 mm |