1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 26 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 440 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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Minica | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
