1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 1010 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.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Minica | Zafira |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |