1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Swift (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 575 kg more than 1972 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, 2004 Suzuki Swift (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Minica | Swift |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
