1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 200 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 70 | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 70 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1949 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |