2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SRX | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2010 mm |
