2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 1983 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Crossfire | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |
