1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1989 Nissan Santana is newer by 15 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Santana weights approximately 604 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, 1989 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Minica | Santana |
Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |