1952 Austin A vs. 2002 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 2002 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
