1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Firebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130. 1972 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1999 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1999 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Firebird | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
| Model | Firebird | 130 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
