1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Swift is newer by 22 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Swift (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 210 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, 1996 Suzuki Swift (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Minica | Swift |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
