2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 507 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Firebird | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Firebird | 124 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
