1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
| Model | Minica | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
