1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 30 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1055 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, 2003 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Minica | Previa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
