1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 26 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 890 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer significantly more control. 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 (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Naked | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |
