1987 Fiat 126 vs. 2002 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 920 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. 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, 2002 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 2002 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 126 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |
