1965 Maserati Mexico vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 980 kg more than 1971 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, 1965 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mexico | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mexico | Minica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2010 mm |
