2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spark | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
