1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica has automatic transmission and 1953 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
Model | DB4 | Minica |
Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |