1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 40 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1532 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 2013 Chrysler 300 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. 2013 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chrysler |
| Model | Minica | 300 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3052 mm |
