1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 737 kg more than 1973 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, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1964 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1964 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Minica | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
