1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1982 ZIL 4104 is newer by 11 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 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2865 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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | ZIL |
| Model | Minica | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3340 mm |
