1962 Jaguar MK II vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 942 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK II | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MK II | Minica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
