1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1977 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1977 Subaru Rex is newer by 3 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 544 cc (2 cylinders), 1977 Subaru Rex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Subaru Rex (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Rex should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Subaru Rex weights approximately 75 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, 1977 Subaru Rex (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Subaru Rex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1977 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Minica | Rex |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
