2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 531 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Firebird | 1600 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |