1974 Austin 1800 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1974 Austin 1800 and 1974 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Austin 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Austin 1800 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | 1800 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |