1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1981 Subaru Rex 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 544 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Rex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru Rex weights approximately 65 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Subaru Rex (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Minica | Rex |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
