1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1979 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1979 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 5 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Vauxhall Astra (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 385 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, 1979 Vauxhall Astra (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1979 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1979 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Minica | Astra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
