1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2002 Toyota Yaris is newer by 28 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 996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 370 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, 2002 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2002 Toyota Yaris (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Minica | Yaris |
Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |