2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1973 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 Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2010 mm |
