1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 825 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 1000 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
