1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 986 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1981 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 1300 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 79 L |
