1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 570 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 40 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
