1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
Model | Imperial | Minica |
Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2010 mm |