1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1135 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 Pontiac Firebird (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Minica | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
