1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 37 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 880 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 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2685 mm |
