1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 30 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. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 413 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Honda Fit, 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Firebird | Fit |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
