2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Pontiac Firebird (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1988 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Panda | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
