2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
Model | Firebird | 130 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |