1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 36 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), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1453 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Minica | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
