1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1959 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 493 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Mitsubishi A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mitsubishi A10 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Minica | A10 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2070 mm |
