1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 34 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 774 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.
Because 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Minica | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
