1964 Toyota Crown vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Toyota Crown weights approximately 615 kg more than 1989 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 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Toyota Crown | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Crown | Minica |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 30 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
