1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1984 Toyota Carina 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Carina (67 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Carina weights approximately 610 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 Toyota Carina (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Carina |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 39 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |