1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 146 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 90 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
