1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 710 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. 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 (454 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 1600 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 454 Nm |
| 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 | 960 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
