1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1967 Wartburg 353 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Wartburg 353 (49 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 353 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 454 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, 1967 Wartburg 353 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1967 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Wartburg |
| Model | Minica | 353 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
