2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 32 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 1,150 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 605 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, 2008 Chevrolet Aveo (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aveo | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |
