1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Altima is newer by 29 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Altima weights approximately 820 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, 2003 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2003 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Minica | Altima |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |