1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 1,980 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 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 (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1609 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1980 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2060 mm |
