1960 Lotus Elite vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lotus Elite weights approximately 112 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, 1960 Lotus Elite (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1960 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lotus Elite | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elite | Minica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2010 mm |
