1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 31 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 1120 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.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. 2004 Subaru Baja has automatic transmission and 1973 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Baja will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Minica | Baja |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |