1974 Austin Maxi vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin Maxi weights approximately 338 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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 Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Maxi | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maxi | Minica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
