1961 Austin 7 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin 7 (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin 7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin 7 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 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, 1961 Austin 7 (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | 7 | Minica |
Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |