1996 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 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 87 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 484 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
| Model | Firebird | Panda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| 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 | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
