1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1978 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
Model | 750 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |