2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 791 kg more than 1972 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 Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 507 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2010 mm |
