1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 980 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 2001 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
