1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 712 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Minica | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |