2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2001 Pontiac Firebird and 2001 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 182 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2001 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 2001 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (310 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Firebird | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Firebird | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
