1964 Marcos 1800 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Marcos 1800 weights approximately 304 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, 1964 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1964 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Marcos 1800 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Marcos | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1800 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2010 mm |
