1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1999 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Swift 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Swift (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 385 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 Suzuki Swift (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 1999 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Minica | Swift |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
