2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 608 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2010 mm |
