1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 26 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 989 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Minica | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
