1996 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 588 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500, 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500. 2010 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1996 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1996 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
Model | Firebird | 500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3353 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |