1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 25 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 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 1030 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | GAZ |
| Model | Minica | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
