1979 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 461 kg more than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. 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 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Mirafiori | Firebird |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |