1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1971 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Skoda 1202 (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 595 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, 1971 Skoda 1202 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1971 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Minica | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
