2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 36 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CTS-V | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
