1964 Austin A 110 vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 110 | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 110 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3150 RPM |
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 | 1604 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |