1956 Morris Minor vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 835 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Minor | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Morris | Pontiac |
Model | Minor | Firebird |
Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2750 mm |