1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 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 1,950 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 980 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 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 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 75 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
Model | Minica | 75 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |