1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1761 kg more than 1971 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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
| Model | Minica | Savana |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3429 mm |
