1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 714 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.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tracker | Minica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 28 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2010 mm |