1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 640 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Celica |
Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |