1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 37 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 1000 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Minica | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
