1974 Mazda 616 vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 616 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1975 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, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 616 | 1975 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 616 | Minica |
Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |