1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar C-Type weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar C-Type | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C-Type | Minica |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
