1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 1060 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Minica | Rural |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
