2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 696 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cobalt | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2060 mm |
