2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | Minica |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |