1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,918 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1972 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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (126 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1609 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1918 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
