1963 Austin A 90 vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 90 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 90 | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 90 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |