1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 730 kg more than 1976 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1993 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Minica | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
