2004 MCC Crossblade vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2004 MCC Crossblade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (77 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2004 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 MCC Crossblade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Crossblade | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | MCC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Crossblade | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3210 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2630 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2470 mm |
