1975 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, 2012 Proton Arena is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 435 kg more than 2012 Proton Arena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Proton Arena, 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Pontiac | Proton |
| Model | Firebird | Arena |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
