1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 26 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 1030 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | S-10 | Minica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2010 mm |