1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1977 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1974 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, 1977 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1977 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chrysler |
| Model | Minica | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
