1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1972 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DeVille | Minica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2010 mm |
