1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Aero is newer by 32 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1029 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SSC Aero weights approximately 823 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, 2008 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1318 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SSC |
| Model | Minica | Aero |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1090 mm |
