1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 232 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
Model | Firebird | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |