1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1984 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Fronte 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 542 cc (3 cylinders), 1984 Suzuki Fronte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Suzuki Fronte (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1984 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1984 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Minica | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2160 mm |
