2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 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 6,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2090 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Minica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6599 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2560 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2010 mm |
