1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 409 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 727 kg more than 1973 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Camaro | Minica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 26 HP |
Torque | 576 Nm | 37 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |