1971 Austin Maxi vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin Maxi weights approximately 340 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.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin Maxi | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maxi | Minica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
