1970 Abarth 595 vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595.
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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 595 | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Abarth | Pontiac |
| Model | 595 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 76 L |
