1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 660 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Minica | Commodore |
Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 2239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |