2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 30 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1684 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SSR | Minica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
