1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1983 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Firebird (134 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1983 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 1983 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Pontiac |
| Model | 100 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
