2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 32 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 955 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, 2006 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caliber | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caliber | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
