2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 380 kg more than 1971 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 Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spark | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
