1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (124 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 837 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 Nissan Tiida (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
