1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1978 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 476 kg more than 1964 Austin A 60. 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 60 | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 60 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
