1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Familia weights approximately 150 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, 1970 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Minica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2270 mm |
