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20 Cars That Look Fast But Couldn’t Outrun a Shopping Cart

1. Pontiac Fiero (Base Model)

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A classic red Pontiac Fiero coupe gleams under the sun, capturing the bold spirit of 80s sports car design. | Photo by Dante Juhasz on Pexels

The Pontiac Fiero looked like it belonged on an Italian supercar poster, thanks to its sharp, mid-engine silhouette.
But don’t be fooled—the base model’s four-cylinder engine produced a modest 92 horsepower, leaving drivers longing for more speed. Acceleration was anything but thrilling, with 0-60 mph times that barely nudged the excitement meter.
For all its style, the Fiero excelled at looking fast rather than being fast. [MotorTrend]

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