1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1890 kg more than 1973 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1973 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | GMC |
| Model | Minica | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3645 mm |
