1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 660 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, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |
