1990 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Because 1990 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 1990 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, 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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
Model | Firebird | Panda |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |