1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 850 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Minica | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |