1974 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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.
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1974 Pontiac Firebird | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Pontiac | Ford |
Model | Firebird | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |