1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 494 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvair has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvair | Minica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
