1971 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 39 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Scion tC weights approximately 848 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, 2010 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Scion |
| Model | Minica | tC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
