1956 Lancia Aurelia 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 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 745 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 Lancia Aurelia (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Aurelia | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aurelia | Minica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
