1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Speedster weights approximately 545 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Minica | Speedster |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |