1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1984 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 13 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 991 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Nova weights approximately 270 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, 1984 Vauxhall Nova (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1984 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Minica | Nova |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
