1973 Austin Maxi vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Austin Maxi (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Maxi weights approximately 510 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, 1973 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Maxi | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maxi | Minica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2010 mm |
