1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 1981 Buick Century is newer by 7 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 960 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, 1981 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Buick |
| Model | Minica | Century |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
