1992 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 215 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1981 Vauxhall Chevette (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Minica | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 548 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2400 mm |
