1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1983 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1983 Subaru Coupe is newer by 10 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 445 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, 1983 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1983 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1983 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Minica | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
