1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 NSU 1000 (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 NSU 1000 weights approximately 190 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, 1973 NSU 1000 (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1973 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | NSU |
| Model | Minica | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
