2009 Hyundai H1 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 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 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai H1 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | H1 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |
