1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1972 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, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 70 | Minica |
Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |