1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 81 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90. 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (434 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90. 1972 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 90 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 110.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
