1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 18 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 930 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Minica | 968 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
