1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1210 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 Nissan Xterra (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Minica | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
