1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Chevrolet Camaro 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Chevrolet Mitsubishi
Model Camaro Minica
Year Released 1979 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4097 cc 358 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 27 HP
Torque 252 Nm 28 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 510 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2010 mm


 

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