1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 277 kg more than 2010 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1981 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 1981 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Stilo, 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
Model | Firebird | Stilo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 324 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |