1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 66 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99. 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 99 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |