1974 Austin 1800 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, both 1974 Austin 1800 and 1974 Mitsubishi Minica were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin 1800 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Austin 1800, 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, 1974 Austin 1800 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Austin 1800 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | 1800 | Minica |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |