1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 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 77 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 840 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
Model | 700 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
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 | 570 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |