1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Minica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |
