1961 Austin 7 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 20 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 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin 7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin 7 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | 7 | Minica |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2060 mm |