1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1956 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Simca Aronde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Simca Aronde (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Simca Aronde should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Simca Aronde weights approximately 510 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Simca Aronde (88 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 1956 Simca Aronde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1956 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Minica | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
