1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1957 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Oceane weights approximately 500 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 Simca Oceane (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1957 Simca Oceane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1957 Simca Oceane | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
Model | Minica | Oceane |
Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |