1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 796 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Minica | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3650 mm |
