1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 29 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 910 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Minica | Meriva |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |