1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morris Minor (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Minor weights approximately 322 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, 1957 Morris Minor (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
Model | Minica | Minor |
Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2190 mm |