1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 23 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 690 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Minica | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |