1973 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Tata Mint
To start off, 2005 Tata Mint is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 618 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Tata Mint, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Tata Mint | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Firebird | Mint |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
