1973 Chevrolet Aerovette vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, both 1973 Chevrolet Aerovette and 1973 Vauxhall Firenza were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Aerovette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Aerovette weights approximately 12 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
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. 1973 Chevrolet Aerovette has automatic transmission and 1973 Vauxhall Firenza has manual transmission. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Aerovette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Aerovette | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Aerovette | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 130 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
