1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Sport Spider is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Sport Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Sport Spider weights approximately 460 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, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Sport Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Minica | Sport Spider |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |