1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 32 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1015 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (246 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Minica | Forester |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |