1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 28 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 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 740 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, 1999 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Minica | Megane |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
