1973 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 39 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 19 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 143 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 2012 Opel Corsa, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Pontiac | Opel |
Model | Firebird | Corsa |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |