1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1985 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1985 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 14 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 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 395 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, 1985 Nissan Pulsar (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1985 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2420 mm |
