1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1995 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Parati 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 505 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 Volkswagen Parati (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1995 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Minica | Parati |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |