1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG MGA weights approximately 430 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, 1960 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1960 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | MG |
| Model | Minica | MGA |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
