1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1998 Rover 600
To start off, 1998 Rover 600 is newer by 25 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 1,848 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 600 weights approximately 785 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, 1998 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1998 Rover 600 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
Model | Minica | 600 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |