2000 Smart Roadster vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Smart Roadster is newer by 27 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster.
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. 1973 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2000 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart Roadster | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Smart | Pontiac |
| Model | Roadster | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
