1958 AC Ace vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC Ace weights approximately 424 kg more than 1972 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, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Ace | Minica |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |