1969 AMC AMX vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 932 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | AMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | AMX | Minica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
