1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 24 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1997 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Today weights approximately 240 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, 1997 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Minica | Today |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |