1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 830 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Publica |
Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5792 cc | 1165 cc |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |