1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1976 Peugeot 104 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 104 (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 104 weights approximately 320 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, 1976 Peugeot 104 (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
Model | Minica | 104 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |