2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 565 kg more than 2003 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Siena, 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Siena | Firebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |