1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1983 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1983 Talbot 1510 is newer by 9 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 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot 1510 (74 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 605 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, 1983 Talbot 1510 (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1983 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Talbot |
| Model | Minica | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
