1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 35 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 783 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, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Minica | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 471 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
