2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 966 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1957 Seat 600 | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Firebird | 600 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |