1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3000 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
