1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2003 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Liana 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 660 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 Suzuki Liana (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2003 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Minica | Liana |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
