1978 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Because 1978 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 1978 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20, 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
Model | Firebird | i20 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2525 mm |