2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caliber | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
