1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 135 | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 135 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2750 mm |