1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 1155 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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 Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Orlando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Minica | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
