1951 Austin A 90 vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (135 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 90 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |