2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1978 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 1978 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Palio | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |
