1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Kadett weights approximately 537 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, 1988 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Minica | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
