1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1984 Morgan 4
To start off, 1984 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Morgan 4 weights approximately 355 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, 1984 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1984 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1984 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
Model | Minica | 4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |