2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CTS | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
