1953 AC Ace vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC Ace (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC Ace weights approximately 292 kg more than 1973 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, 1953 AC Ace (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1953 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ace | Minica |
Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |