1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1990 Nissan Micra is newer by 19 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Micra weights approximately 196 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, 1990 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Micra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
