1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Minica | Megane |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
