1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 920 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1954 Rover P4 (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
Model | Minica | P4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |