1972 Lancia 2000 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia 2000 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1974 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, 1972 Lancia 2000 (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1972 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia 2000 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2000 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2010 mm |
