2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 33 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 608 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | SSR | Minica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |