1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 36 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 624 cc (2 cylinders), 2009 Tata Nano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Nano (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Nano should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Nano weights approximately 84 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Tata Nano (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Nano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Minica | Nano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
