1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 36 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1445 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 707 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
| Model | Minica | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
