1980 Fiat 127 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1980 Fiat 127 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1980 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Fiat 127, 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 127 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 127 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
