2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 30 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 996 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
