1956 AC Ace vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 434 kg more than 1974 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, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ace | Minica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |
