1987 Pontiac Fiero vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 188 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
Because 1987 Pontiac Fiero 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 1987 Pontiac Fiero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo, 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, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm). This means 1987 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Fiero | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Fiero | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2642 mm |
