1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 546 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Palio | Firebird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |