1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 2 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Allegro (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 368 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, 1973 Austin Allegro (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Allegro | Minica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
