1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 539 cc (3 cylinders), 1981 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 226 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Suzuki Jimny (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1981 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | Minica | Jimny |
Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |