1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Minica | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
