1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 26 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 520 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, 2000 Suzuki Vitara (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | Minica | Vitara |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |