1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 780 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 40 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |