1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1973 Chrysler 160 and 1973 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 355 kg more than 1973 Chrysler 160. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 160 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
