1956 Chrysler C vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C | Minica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2060 mm |
