1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 99 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |