1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 471 cc (2 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 20 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, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Minica | Minica |
Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |