1949 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 470 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 1949 Jeep CJ3A has manual transmission. 1949 Jeep CJ3A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep CJ3A | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CJ3A | Minica |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2270 mm |
