1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 34 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 905 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, 2005 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Minica | Meriva |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |