1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 40 (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1971 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, 1951 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |
